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From Bored to Breadwinners

As much as the role of political wife has changed, from the days of the Ladies’ Auxiliary during the First World War to the politics and powerful spouses like Linda Daschle, Huma Abedin and Heidi Nelson Cruz, some things remain the same. Despite Hillary Clinton’s efforts to dial back the first lady’s luncheon early in her tenure (which Ellen Proxmire called a “small revolution” in this small circle), the event remains a tradition today. Above, Michelle Obama gives a hug at the 2012 Senate Spouses Luncheon.